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520 Or 525 Chain

Discussion in 'Technical Help' started by Cream_Revenge, Jan 25, 2020.

  1. Is there much of an advantage of running 520 on a track bike over 525?
     
  2. Not really, most universal type race sprockets come in a 520 pitch, and all the reputable manufacturers make their race chains 520, for lightness more than anything else, but really there are few benefits. The race teams can change chains after every race - it gets a bit expensive for ordinary joes to do that :)
     
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  3. As above far easier to get alloy sprockets..in theory the lesser weight means less resistance (if maintained) equals more rwhp.
    Enjoy the extra 0.35 Ho ;)
     
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  4. It's simple. Less weight. Racers want less weight like Yorkshiremen want discounts. :innocent:
     
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  5. less parasitic losses george.
    Depends on how much you want to spend, as a powerful engine will go through a 520 chain like sweets.
    Obviously if you're ultra tight fill your boots with a 532 and take down small buildings.

    520 might be loved by short circuit racers, but the endurance teams love a 525 :)
     
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